Description
A creamy and delicious Chicken Alfredo Pasta dish perfect for a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Season with nutmeg if desired. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results.
- Adjust creaminess by adding more or less heavy cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: chicken alfredo pasta, creamy pasta, easy dinner recipe